What is the cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The cheapest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland is to tram and line 255 bus which costs $6 and takes 1h 31m.

What is the fastest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The fastest way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland is to drive which takes 38 min and costs $5 - $8.

Is there a direct bus between Federal Way and Kirkland?

No, there is no direct bus from Federal Way station to Kirkland. However, there are services departing from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 and arriving at Market St & 8th Ave via Pike St & 4th Ave and NE Campus Pkwy & University Way NE - Bay 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 46m.

How far is it from Federal Way to Kirkland?

The distance between Federal Way and Kirkland is 43 miles. The road distance is 29.5 miles.

How do I travel from Federal Way to Kirkland without a car?

The best way to get from Federal Way to Kirkland without a car is to tram and line 255 bus which takes 1h 31m and costs $6.

How long does it take to get from Federal Way to Kirkland?

It takes approximately 1h 31m to get from Federal Way to Kirkland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Federal Way to Kirkland bus from?

Federal Way to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, depart from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3.

Where does the Federal Way to Kirkland bus arrive?

Federal Way to Kirkland bus services, operated by Sound Transit, arrive at 4th Ave & University station.

Can I drive from Federal Way to Kirkland?

Yes, the driving distance between Federal Way to Kirkland is 30 miles. It takes approximately 38 min to drive from Federal Way to Kirkland.

Where can I stay near Kirkland?

There are 1334+ hotels available in Kirkland.

Federal Way to Kirkland - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 255 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Federal Way to Kirkland by tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, line 255 bus
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1. Take the tram from Federal Way Downtown to Univ of Washingtontram 1 Line
2. Take the bus from NE Pacific St & Montlake Blvd NE - Bay 1 to 108th Ave NE & NE 68th Stbus 255
1h 31m
$6
Line 578 bus, line 49 bus, line 255 bus
1. Take the bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to 4th Ave & Universitybus 578 / ...
2. Take the bus from Pike St & 4th Ave to NE Campus Pkwy & Brooklyn Ave NE - Bay 1bus 49
3. Take the bus from NE Campus Pkwy & University Way NE - Bay 2 to Market St & 8th Avebus 255
1h 46m
$6
Drive 29.4 mi
1. Drive from Federal Way to Kirklandcar 29.4 mi
38 min
$6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Federal Way to Kirklandtaxi 29.4 mi
38 min
$90–110

Federal Way to Kirkland by tram and bus

489Weekly Services

1h 31mAverage Duration

$6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Federal Way to Kirkland.

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Distance: 42.9 mi
Duration: 1h 31m

What companies run services between Federal Way, WA, USA and Kirkland, WA, USA?

You can take a bus from Federal Way Downtown Station - Bay 3 to Market St & 8th Ave via 4th Ave & University, Pike St & 4th Ave, and NE Campus Pkwy & University Way NE - Bay 2 in around 1h 46m.

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